Tomato & Mozzarella Summer Salad

Tomato & Mozzarella Summer Salad

A fantastic salad to prepare all year but especially in the Summer when tomatoes are at their best. S

Total11:00

Prep10:00

Cook01:00

calCalories 124kcal

fatTotal Fat 10g

High sat-fatSaturated Fat 4g

cholCholesterol 22mg

High sodiumSodium 502mg

Low carbsTotal Carbohydrate 2g

Serving size72gCalories from fat88kcalFiber1gProtein7gSugar2g

8 servingsServings

Ingredients

2diced ripe tomatoes

1sliced garlic clove

1teaspoon of sea salt

1teaspoon of oregano

1/4cup of water

2tablespoons of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2tablespoons of balsamic vinegar

1/2apound of diced mozzarella cheese

Directions

Be sure when choosing mozzarella cheese for this recipe, you get the moist mozzarella in the cheese section. If it is too hard, it won’t absorb the wonderful tomato/garlic/vinegar flavors!

Place diced tomatoes in a medium sized bowl.

Sprinkle with sea salt.

Let stand in refrigerator for an hour or more so that tomatoes release juices. Be sure to stir often so the salt gets well distributed.

The salt helps the tomatoes release their wonderful juice!

You can add more sea salt (to your taste) later.

Add 1/4 cup of water. You want to have enough juices.

Add the rest of the ingredients. Be sure to add the mozzarella last. Adding it last keeps it from turning too brown from the balsamic vinegar.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tips: If you do not wish to have extra juices for dipping, omit the 1/4 cup of water.

Sitting overnight only makes it better!

Tips

With all the juices, this recipe is perfect for dipping bread! You can always add more salt, oregano or vinegar to your taste. With ripe tomatoes and fresh, moist mozzarella cheese, this dish will be a hit. It’s simple and delicious. Great to take to a #BBQ, or for a simple #Hors d’oeuvre. #Easylicious!